How animal shelters prepare for emergencies
Learn how animal shelters prepare for emergencies, ensuring the safety of pets with effective plans, training, and community support. From electrical fires to natural disasters, a range of emergencies impact animal shelters, just as they do our homes or businesses. It can be challenging enough to ensure your own dog or cat stays safe during a crisis. But how do animal shelters, which often have dozens of dogs and cats in their care, manage to keep their four-footed residents protected and cared for in case of emergencies? Three rules for...
23 Small Dog Breeds That Don’t Shed (With Pictures)
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Small dog breeds are very popular because they take up less room, can comfortably sit on your lap without crushing you, and they don’t generally need as much exercise as bigger dogs. But the problem with them having access to your lap is that heavy shedders can leave behind clouds of hair that get up your nose and cause sneezing and other reactions, not to mention a layer of fur on your...
Introducing the Dogsters: Maja and Her Two Dogs, Lava & Hela
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Maja is one of our in-house veterinarians and writers with almost 10 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of species, but now focusing solely on emergency and critical care of small animals – dogs and cats. She is also a proud owner of two young crossbreed dogs, Lava and a Greek rescue Hela, both female, and a male cat called Miki. She lives in Croatia and loves to travel and spend time...
4 Expert Tips to Support a Sensitive Stomach in Dogs and Cats
A sensitive stomach in dogs and cats can be a challenge for pet parents, but these four tips will help you dial in their diet for better digestion and fewer symptoms! Pet parents know the importance of a healthy diet, but when you have a dog or cat with a sensitive tummy, what you feed them can make all the difference. Having a sensitive stomach can cause a great deal of discomfort and even behavioral changes and other symptoms. But with the right diet and a few other simple changes, you can ensure your dog or cat gets all the nutrients they...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: ASPCA grant opportunities, pet-inclusive housing and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Learn how to advocate for and design programs to support pet-inclusive housing solutionsHomelessness is a growing epidemic in the United States. According to the State of Homelessness: 2024 Edition report released by the National Alliance to End Homelessness, a record-high 653,104 people experienced homelessness on a single night in January 2023. More people than ever are experiencing homelessness for the first time and severe housing...
How Long Do Alaskan Malamutes Live: Average Lifespan, Data & Care (Vet-Approved)
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead The Alaskan Malamute is a semi-popular dog breed that thrives in cold weather. The thick-coated animals are much like a Siberian Husky, only they’re blockier and sturdier. If you love the look and overall description of the Malamute, you likely wonder more details about the breed before you commit. One question will surely rise. How long do Alaskan Malamutes tend to live? Ultimately, it...
Are Lilies Toxic to Dogs? Vet-Verified Facts, Info & Poison Help
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Flowers may be beautiful, but there are definitely a few out there that can pose serious risks to your pets. If you live with a dog, it’s crucial to know which plants are safe. The lily family (Liliaceae), which includes about 15 genera and roughly 610 species, is particularly concerning. While plants from two genera in this family, Lilium (True lilies) and Hemerocallis (Day lilies), are...
Are Peonies Toxic to Dogs? Vet-Verified Facts, Info & Poison Help
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Peonies (Paeonia officinalis) offer many benefits for homeowners wanting to add some welcome color to their landscaping. This plant has it all: The flowers are gorgeous, it’s low-maintenance, and it can be pretty forgiving if the conditions are right. Many cultivars exist, allowing you to easily match your gardening theme. But the question remains if peonies are pet friendly. Sadly, the peony...
How prison dog programs transforms the lives of inmates
Discover how prison dog programs help inmates transform their lives through the healing bond with dogs. When it comes to the life-changing impact that dogs can have on humans, probably the most striking examples come from prison inmates. These hurt, hardened, embittered individuals frequently respond more positively to dogs than they do to their fellow humans. Thanks to a growing number of prison dog programs, more and more offenders are turning their lives around. Insecure attachments can predispose people to criminal activity According to...
Do These Genes Make Me Look Fat? Ned & Fred Weigh In
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. Despite being the smallest dog in our house by a considerable margin, Ned is also the greediest. If I didn’t think he would make himself ill, I would love to find out just how much food he would eat if given free rein. I suspect it would be a lot. Not so long ago, I thought...
